Kingston19 Photography Blog

{The Lovells}

Raymona Chin — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:54:36 +0000

downtown with the Lovells…

this was a very special session for me because I’ve been hoping that Aaron and Noleen would ask me to photograph them with their little girl, Ruby…I knew it would be something so different than what I was used to and I’m always up for something new! I had a blast and I hope I’ll continue to photograph them as Ruby continues to grow =)

such a happy girl!

admiring the city…I can’t get enough of her smiles

definitely feeling the love here…

daddy time…

mommy relaxing a little…

kisses for Ruby…

park in the big city…

one bad (bleep) family =)

in the midst of the hustle…

this one was all Aaron’s idea and I love it!!!

{The Little Guy}

Raymona Chin — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:15:00 +0000

one of the best dressed babies…ever!

sticking out his little tongue…adorable

I love his expressive faces…

sitting up…

standing with mom and dad…

I love the blurry goodness in this photo…

taking a breather…

thanks Brixton…you were a pleasure to photograph

{NOW WHAT Photography Workshop}

Raymona Chin — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:17:55 +0000

Look at these gorgeous people!!!

pictured: the first NOW WHAT Photography Workshop Class

(special THANK YOU to Melissa and Lillian)

It’s been a little more than a week since we held our first photography workshop and it was a huge success. We were very lucky to have such great students that were so eager to learn!

Lets go back in time circa 2007, I got a my first digital SLR (big fancy camera) so I could take better photos. I thought to myself, simply set my camera on “Auto” and the camera would do the rest. Unfortunately, the results weren’t always what my eyes saw or how I wanted my photos to look. Here I was with this nice camera that I knew could take great photos so…NOW WHAT? It was time to take control and learn as much as I could about how to manually set my camera’s settings to get the perfect exposure…which was the “look” I wanted in my photos. I read books, online articles, watched videos, attended a couple workshops, and most importantly spent many hours practicing.

I’m here to say that 4 years later I’m still learning and still practicing. I really wanted to share what I’d learned over the last few years with those who also wanted to take control of their cameras. It was truly a pleasure to meet all of you and I hope you all learned lots of new ways to control your camera.

Congrats: to the 3 attendees who won a Lens shot glass

Remember to practice, practice, practice =) It’s not about having the most expensive gear…your camera is merely a tool and you are the artist behind it. So go out and have fun… “don’t take pictures, create images”!!!

{A New Addition}

Raymona Chin — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 17:24:09 +0000

meet Scarlet…the new lady in the family…

such a good big brother…

heads up…

I love this look…

sleepy time…

Scarlet will take a nap anywhere…so precious!

{Sandy Days}

Raymona Chin — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 16:17:28 +0000

sandy days with the Maguires…

I love the girl’s faces here…so much personality

such a beauty…

family time…

jumping jelly beans…

one of my absolute favorites from the holiday season…

working on catching up after the holidays…

{Isham Twins}

Raymona Chin — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 01:53:02 +0000

here are the beautiful Isham Twins…

they were perfect models!

smiling…

sweet dreams…

in the bucket…

different schedules =)

so peaceful…

hanging out on the case…

such a pleasure to photograph these little guys…thanks mom and dad!

{sneak peek | Isham Twins}

Raymona Chin — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 19:55:57 +0000

it’s been a long long time since I’ve posted and I have so much to share…

here is a sneak peek of the newborn session we recently shot…

these twins are so adorable and beautiful!!!

can’t wait share more and get my blog up-to-date =)

{Now What Photography Workshop is here!}

Raymona Chin — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 21:18:32 +0000

I am so excited to announce our “Now What” Photography Workshop series. Here are the details…

Date, Time, and Location:

January 22nd 2012 from 12-3PM in Orange County, CA

Who should attend:

This workshop is intended for anyone interested in learning how to use their digital SLR cameras and take better photos.

Here is what we’ll cover:

Basic Camera Settings
Exposure (ISO, Shutter Speed, Aperture)
Composition
Tips for taking better photos of your kids
Lens Overview

*We will not be addressing photo editing or business topics in this workshop. This workshop is NOT intended for those wishing to start a photography business *

What’s Included:

two hours of instruction
one hour practice time and Q&A
quick reference guide to take home
a special gift drawing
snacks

What you will need to bring:

your own Digital SLR (your fancy camera with an interchangable lens)
your eagerness to learn
your fun attitude

Cost:

$35 for each attendee (ages 18 and older) which is due at the time of registration. Your spot is not reserved until registration is completed. The workshop is limited to 20 attendees so everyone will have an opportunity to ask specific questions.

How to Register:

Spots will go fast! Email Ray at ray@kingston19photography.com to sign up. Workshop fee is expected in full at the time of registration. Fees are non-refundable but may be transferred to another attendee.

Registration is now OPEN. Reserve your spot today!

Registration will be CLOSED on January 15, 2012

{Photography Workshop Coming Soon…}

Raymona Chin — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 16:00:23 +0000

do you have a fancy digital SLR like this…

{sneak peek | The Lovells are on TV}

Raymona Chin — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 02:51:43 +0000

meet the Lovells…with their newest addition

Miss Ruby!

more to come…